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Multi-Trade Technician III

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

As an individual contributor you will model and support a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing and continually seek to understand how your role, behaviors, and actions impact the success of this culture.

Position Summary:

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Under general supervision, working as a member of a crew which is part of the Buildings and Properties Unit tasked with maintenance of the physical plant at Cornell AgriTech, perform a full range of journey-level building control system work including installation, maintenance, and repair of direct digital control (DDC) systems, building controls, and associated field devices. Read and interpret shop/field drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and other project documents. Support the Unit mission in a fluid multi-trade environment by working cooperatively with unit and research staff and faculty on a wide variety of tasks.

Install, maintain, operate, troubleshoot and repair energy management and control systems consisting of DDC panels, local area networks, network servers and pneumatic control devices for the Geneva Experiment Station. Maintain, operate and repair network host computers, including the creation and modification of graphical interfaces, software logic, alarms and trends. Maintain database backups of all DDC panels, graphical user interfaces and servers. Assist in the maintenance and troubleshooting of a variety of heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC), and specialty systems. Troubleshoot alarms and complaints relating to building HVAC and control systems. Perform installation, maintenance and repair of valves, dampers, actuators, temperature sensors, transformers, relays, motor controls and associated components. Assist other shops in the unit, including but not limited to, the plumbing and electric shops with a variety of tasks as needed. Provide relief to Utility Plant Operators periodically as required. This relief may include working a non-standard work schedule such as evenings or nights. Must be available to respond to emergency call ins, on a 24/7 basis, as the need arises. Learn and follow safety and work environment regulations, policies and procedures (ARC flash prevention and protection, lead, asbestos, fall protection, confined space, and others as required).

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.

• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities, including communities of color.
• Experience working with diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing programs.
• Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.
• Ability to serve as an advocate for individuals of all ethnicities, genders, ages, and backgrounds.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Associates degree in an appropriate discipline and more than 3 years commercial work experience. Have strong knowledge of computers, HVAC, controls and ability to read shop and field drawings. Must have valid driver license. Must be able to wear safety equipment such as a respirator for chemical safety. Must be able to inspect crawl spaces, attics, laboratories, ventilation equipment, mechanical rooms, mechanical shafts, sub basements and confined, isolated areas. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to multitask. Demonstrated ability to give and receive feedback, communicate, listen, respect others, set priorities and achieve them, and use time effectively. Must be highly motivated and exhibit innovation, good judgment and reliability in the work place. Work with other staff as a member of a team to resolve issues and achieve common goals. Provide and promote service to internal and external customers. Demonstrate ability to express thoughts clearly, both orally and in writing. Demonstrate effective listening skills. Show initiative, anticipate needs, and take action. Adapt to changing priorities, situations and demands. Must exhibit a high degree of attention to detail and possess good organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates degree in HVAC, electronics/electrical systems. Experience as a control technician, HVAC technician or electrician in a facilities organization. Training and/or experience with mechanical and HVAC systems. Training and knowledge of the National Electric Code. Training and experience trouble shooting and maintaining energy management and control systems.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

No relocation assistance is available for this position.

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Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry experience

• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

• Unique applicable skills

• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)

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EEO Statement:

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.